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Join our team as a kitchen porter, assisting with daily cleaning and maintaining our pub's operations. Your role will involve working closely with the culinary team to ensure a tidy and efficient work environment. Key responsibilities include: • Assisting with day-to-day cleaning tasks in the kitchen, • Supporting kitchen staff in their duties, • Maintaining a clean and organized work area, • Adhering to food safety and hygiene standards We are seeking individuals with at least 2 years experience in kitchen settings who show attention to detail and a strong work ethic. The roll is for 15-20 hours per week. Become part of a team that values quality and teamwork. If you thrive in a busy environment and have a passion for hospitality, we encourage you to apply.

Job Title: Kitchen Assistant Reports To: Café Manager / Head Cook Job Purpose To assist in the efficient day-to-day operation of a busy café kitchen, ensuring high standards of food preparation, hygiene, cleanliness, stock management, and customer service support are maintained at all times. Key Responsibilities Prepare ingredients and assist in the preparation of sandwiches, snacks, light meals, salads, baked goods, and other menu items. Ensure food is prepared, presented, and stored in accordance with food safety regulations. Assist with cooking and food service during busy periods. Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently. Maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout the kitchen, including food preparation areas, storage areas, equipment, utensils, and floors. Wash dishes, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment as required. Carry out daily and weekly cleaning schedules. Monitor food temperatures and complete food safety records where required. Rotate stock using FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures and check product dates. Assist with stock control, stock takes, and ordering of supplies. Receive deliveries, check orders against delivery notes, and store items correctly. Report stock shortages, damaged goods, or equipment faults promptly. Assist with organising kitchen rotas and ensuring adequate staffing cover. Support opening and closing kitchen procedures. Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, Food Hygiene, and COSHH regulations. Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure smooth kitchen operations. Provide excellent customer service when interacting with customers. Work efficiently during busy periods while maintaining quality and attention to detail. Undertake any other reasonable duties required to support the smooth running of the café. Essential Requirements Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate. Previous experience in food preparation within a café, kitchen, catering, or hospitality environment. Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations. Experience of stock control and ordering. Good organisational and time management skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Reliable, punctual, and flexible approach to work. Good communication skills. Desirable Requirements Experience of rota planning or staff scheduling. Experience with stock management systems. Basic food preparation or catering qualification. Personal Attributes Positive and professional attitude. Strong attention to detail. Excellent standards of cleanliness and hygiene. Ability to prioritise tasks effectively. Hard-working, dependable, and self-motivated. Calm and efficient under pressure. Please put on for me

Full-time - London Fields / Mare Street, East London About the role We are building a new kind of hospitality space in Hackney. A curated kitchen and bar programme where chefs, bartenders and collaborators take over the space for short residencies, events and experiences. The concept is designed to constantly evolve, with a changing calendar of pop ups, dinners, tastings, private hires and social events. We are looking for a Sous Chef to help lead the kitchen and food programme day to day. This is not a traditional Sous Chef role. The right person will help run the kitchen during our in-house food programme while also working closely alongside a rotating line-up of chefs and collaborators during residencies and events. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of opening a new concept from the ground up while learning from different personalities, styles and approaches across the industry. The role will work in close partnership with our Group Head Chef to shape and execute the food offering outside of collaborations, while helping maintain consistency, standards and operational excellence across a constantly evolving programme. This role will be central to the identity and rhythm of the space. We are looking for someone who is organised, ambitious, adaptable and genuinely excited by food, hospitality and creative collaboration. About the space The venue is an intimate, industrial kitchen and bar in Mare Street, with a large open kitchen and counter seating at its heart. It is designed as a platform for rotating chefs, drinks-led experiences and social hospitality. The space is curated and operated by us. While the concepts may change, the guest experience, standards and overall feel of the venue remain consistent. The Sous Chef will play a key role in protecting those standards while helping the kitchen remain flexible, creative and well executed. What you’ll be responsible for Kitchen operations and service • Support the day-to-day running of the kitchen and lead services when required, • Work closely with the Group Head Chef to deliver the venue’s core food programme outside of collaborations and residencies, • Take ownership of kitchen organisation, prep systems, cleanliness and service flow, • Help ensure consistency, quality and strong execution across changing menus and concepts, • Support the setup and operational execution of guest chef residencies, takeovers and collaborative events, • Maintain calm and effective communication during busy services and fast-paced event nights Collaborations and events • Work alongside visiting chefs and collaborators during residencies and events, • Help support transitions between different kitchen concepts, menus and styles of service, • Assist with kitchen setup, prep coordination and operational readiness for events and takeovers, • Help ensure collaborators are supported operationally while maintaining the standards of the venue, • Contribute ideas and feedback to improve the overall guest and kitchen experience across the programme Team leadership and development • Support and mentor junior kitchen team members, • Help coach and develop a positive, accountable and professional kitchen culture, • Lead by example during prep and service with strong standards and attention to detail, • Support training and onboarding as the team grows Health, safety and compliance • Take ownership of kitchen health and safety standards, • Ensure the kitchen consistently operates in line with food safety and hygiene requirements, • Maintain strong systems around cleanliness, storage, labelling and HACCP procedures, • Help monitor stock rotation, wastage and kitchen organisation to maintain efficient operations, • Identify operational risks early and proactively solve problems before they affect service What we’re looking for We are looking for someone with strong kitchen fundamentals who is excited by the idea of helping build something new and working in a constantly evolving environment. You likely have: • Experience working as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef in a quality-led restaurant, • Confidence running kitchen services and supporting day-to-day operations, • Strong understanding of kitchen organisation, prep systems and food safety, • Experience mentoring or supporting junior chefs, • A calm, solutions-focused approach during busy services, • Strong communication and organisational skills, • An interest in modern hospitality, collaborations and creative food concepts We think you’ll thrive if you are: • Excited by learning from different chefs and styles of cooking, • Comfortable working in a venue where things evolve regularly, • Adaptable, organised and proactive, • Passionate about hospitality and guest experience, • Motivated by helping build a kitchen and concept from the ground up, • Interested in being part of a creative and collaborative environment Ideal profile This role could suit someone who has worked as: • a Sous Chef looking for a more creative and varied environment, • a Junior Sous Chef ready to step into a broader leadership role, • someone excited by being part of opening and shaping a new venue from the beginning Other details • Full-time role based in Mare Street, East London, • Evening and weekend availability required, • Salary: £38,000 to £45,000 including tronc, • Opportunity to help shape a new hospitality concept from the ground up, • As the business continues to grow, there will also be opportunities for development and progression into more senior kitchen leadership roles across the wider group. About us We’re the team behind Crudo and Tiny Wine, two independent hospitality concepts we’ve built in London over the past few years. Crudo opened in 2019 and has grown into a group of restaurants built around modern Latin American food, strong atmosphere and warm, energetic service. Tiny Wine came out of our love for smaller, more intimate drinking spaces, with a big focus on personality, curation and creating a place people genuinely want to spend time in. A big part of what we’ve learnt through both brands is that people come back for more than just the food or drinks. They come back for the feeling of the place, the team behind it, and the sense that something thoughtful is being built. Rocola Studio is the next step in that. It gives us the opportunity to create a more flexible space built around a changing programme of chefs, drinks, events and collaborations. A space that can evolve constantly, while still being run with a clear point of view and strong operational standards. We’re excited by the idea of building something that feels social, current and full of life. Somewhere guests want to return to regularly, and somewhere chefs and collaborators are genuinely excited to be part of.

Yard Sale Pizza is on the search for a Second Pizza Chef to join our amazing team! Offering new loyalty incentive - extra 50p per hour paid after 1 years continuous service Who are we? Yard Sale Pizza fired up the oven in 2014, starting with weekly supper clubs from our backyard in Hackney. We now offer delivery, dine-in and takeaway in 17 of our favourite neighbourhoods. Known for our collaborations, we've teamed up with illustrators, musicians, international chefs & local eateries- all on the quest for the perfect pie! We've won London's most-loved restaurant in Time Out's 2016 Love London awards, were awarded Best Cheap Eats in the Observer Food Monthly Awards in 2017, and were voted London's favourite pizza in Time Out's inaugural Clash of the Slices in 2022. We're a young and fast-growing company who offer plenty of career progression for hard working and talented individuals. We opened the doors to our Clapton shop, with the help of Macaulay Culkin in May 2014, serving up pizza to the good folk of E5, E8, E9 & N16 for dine-in, table away and delivery. Clapton is our smallest shop, but what it lacks in size it makes up for in heart. You wont find a better place to truly understand what the Yard Sale Pizza buzz is all about. What will I be doing? • Ensuring the kitchen service is running smoothly., • Leading shifts and taking ownership in the absence of the Head Chef., • Adhering to the highest standards, including cleanliness and organising deep cleans., • Training the team alongside the Head Chef., • Completing all prep as required and taking responsibility for your workstation., • Work collaboratively in a team alongside the wider team. What are we looking for? • Someone with previous experience stretching, baking and making dough in a fast-paced environment., • Someone with a good command of English., • An excellent communicator who enjoys being part of a team!, • Someone who is willing to work weekends. What's on offer: • Working with a fantastic team in a fun environment, • A brilliant work/life balance so you won't be working super-late!, • There's loads of opportunities to progress to a Head Chef role as we have really ambitious expansion plans!, • A competitive hourly rate including bonuses., • Full time hours - around 40 hours per week with all overtime paid for., • Loyalty incentive - extra 50p per hour paid after 1 years continuous service, • Holiday paid in days off or in cash., • Training & career progression - we have excellent learning and development opportunities!, • Free pizza on shift and brilliant discounts to enjoy with family and friends., • Fun staff parties - we close the shops so we are all able to join together!, • Hospitality Action's Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offers free independent, expert, support and advice 24/7 to all YSP staff. If this sounds good, then we can't wait to hear from you! Pizza & Love, **YSP

Elvet Steakhouse Restaurant Manager Full-Time / Part-Time About the Role Elvet Steakhouse is seeking an experienced and motivated Restaurant Manager to lead daily operations, deliver exceptional guest experiences, and maintain the high standards of a premium steakhouse environment. The ideal candidate is a strong leader with excellent hospitality skills, operational knowledge, and a passion for customer service. Key Responsibilities • Oversee daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth and efficient service, • Lead, train, and motivate front-of-house staff to deliver outstanding customer experiences, • Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, cleanliness, and service, • Manage staff scheduling, attendance, and performance, • Handle guest feedback and resolve complaints professionally, • Monitor inventory levels and coordinate ordering with suppliers, • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations, • Support revenue growth through upselling, promotions, and operational efficiency, • Collaborate with kitchen and bar teams to maintain seamless service, • Monitor budgets, labour costs, and operational expenses Requirements • Previous experience in restaurant or hospitality management, • Strong leadership and team management skills, • Excellent communication and customer service abilities, • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, • Knowledge of restaurant operations, food safety, and hospitality standards, • Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, • Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends Preferred Qualifications • Experience in a steakhouse or restaurant environment, • Strong organisational and multitasking skills, • Experience managing staff schedules, training, and performance, • Right to work in the UK What We Offer • Competitive salary, • Staff meals, • Opportunities for career growth and development, • Supportive and professional team environment How to Apply Please submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

Job Title: Waiter / Waitress Location: Lower Clapton Road, London E5 Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time Start Date: ASAP About the client They are a brand-new, modern shisha lounge and restaurant located in the heart of Lower Clapton Road. Our venue blends contemporary design with a warm, laid-back atmosphere, offering a vibrant menu of international cuisine, premium shisha, and handcrafted mocktails. We are passionate about delivering exceptional service, creating memorable experiences, and becoming a go-to place. Job Summary They are looking for enthusiastic and customer-focused Waiters / Waitresses to join our opening team. As a front-of-house team member, you'll play a key role in delivering excellent customer service, ensuring guests feel welcomed and well taken care of throughout their visit. Key Responsibilities Greet guests warmly and guide them through the menu, including food, drinks, and shisha options Take accurate orders and deliver food and beverages in a timely and professional manner Provide knowledgeable recommendations and upsell where appropriate Ensure tables are clean, well-maintained, and properly set throughout service Collaborate with kitchen, bar, and shisha staff to ensure smooth service Handle guest inquiries and resolve any issues with a positive attitude Process payments accurately and efficiently using POS systems Maintain a clean, organized, and presentable work environment at all times Follow all health and safety regulations and company policies Requirements Previous experience in a restaurant, lounge, or hospitality environment preferred Strong communication and interpersonal skills Friendly, energetic, and professional attitude Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment A good understanding or willingness to learn about shisha and related services Flexibility to work evenings, weekends.

Due to being let down we now require a Head Pizza Chef – New Restaurant Opening (South Woodford, London) We are an experienced hospitality team launching an exciting new restaurant in South Woodford and are looking for a talented Pizza Chef / Kitchen Lead the very beginning. This is a fantastic opportunity for energetic and enthusiastic individuals to be part of a brand-new concept. The Roles: • Lead and support all kitchen operations, • Prepare high-quality pizza dough from scratch, • Work with a Marana Forni rotating gas-fired oven, • Collaborate with the owner on menu development and pizza concepts, • Assist with food ordering and stock control, • Maintain excellent hygiene and food safety standards, • Support kitchen workflow and service efficiency, • What We’re Looking For:, • Proven experience as a pizza chef (essential for lead role, preferred for assistant), • Strong knowledge of dough preparation and pizza techniques, • Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment, • High standards of cleanliness and organisation, • Positive attitude and strong work ethic, • What We Offer:, • Very competitive salary (based on experience), • Holiday pay and pension scheme • Supportive and experienced ownership team, • Start Date:10th June, • If you’re passionate about pizza and want to be part of something from day one, we’d love to hear from you, • Apply now with your CV and a short introduction.

About the role We are building a new kind of hospitality space in Hackney. A curated kitchen and bar programme where chefs, bartenders and collaborators take over the space for short residencies, events and experiences. The concept is designed to constantly evolve, with a changing calendar of pop ups, dinners, tastings, private hires and social events. We are looking for a full-time Manager to help bring this space to life day to day. This is not a traditional restaurant management role. We need someone who is equally comfortable running service, managing a bar, coordinating events, hosting guests and helping shape a fast-moving programme. The right person will love hospitality, have strong operational instincts, and be excited by the idea of working in a venue where things are always changing. This role will be central to the identity of the space. Over time, we want guests to come back not only because of the residencies and events we programme, but because of the team, the atmosphere and the experience we create every week. About the space The venue is an intimate, industrial kitchen and bar in Mare Street, with a large open kitchen and counter seating at its heart. It is designed as a platform for rotating chefs, drinks-led experiences and social hospitality. The space is curated and operated by us. While the concepts may change, the guest experience, standards and overall feel of the venue remain consistent. The Manager will play a key role in protecting that consistency while helping the programme feel fresh, exciting and well executed. What you’ll be responsible for Programming and coordination • Manage the operational logistics of each residency, event or takeover from set-up to breakdown, • Coordinate arrivals, check-ins, handovers and transitions between guest chefs or collaborators, • Support the execution of the venue calendar and ensure each event is properly prepared, • Work closely with founders and collaborators to make sure concepts are launch-ready, • Help spot operational risks early and solve problems before they affect service Venue and bar operations • Oversee the day-to-day running of the venue and ensure the space is consistently set up to a high standard, • Develop, manage and continuously improve the drinks offering of the space, • Oversee bar operations, stock ordering, supplier coordination and inventory management, • Lead service during event and residency nights, setting the tone for the floor and ensuring strong execution throughout, • Take ownership of team leadership on shift, creating clear communication, strong standards and a positive service culture, • Help build and shape a small but high-performing team around the space as it grows, • Create a strong team culture centred around hospitality, accountability and adaptability, • Maintain high standards of cleanliness, readiness and compliance across the venue Guest experience and commercial delivery • Manage reservations and set up events in booking systems, • Handle private hire enquiries and support conversion where relevant, • Act as host on the floor, helping create a warm, confident and memorable guest experience, • Ensure consistency in service and atmosphere across very different concepts and residencies, • Support post-event reviews by helping assess performance, guest feedback and operational learnings Sales and cost performance • Take ownership of the venue’s day-to-day commercial performance, • Help drive sales during events through strong floor leadership, upselling and service flow, • Manage labour deployment in line with expected demand and venue targets, • Monitor stock usage, wastage and ordering to maintain tight cost control, • Track performance across sales, labour and gross margin, and flag opportunities for improvement, • Support post-event reviews with a clear view on what performed well commercially and operationally Marketing and content coordination • Coordinate photoshoots and content capture around key events and launches, • Support social media, newsletters and website updates, either directly or in coordination with external support, • Help bring ideas for events, collaborations and guest engagement, • Contribute creatively to how the space is presented and experienced What we’re looking for We are looking for someone with a mix of bar, service and events experience, who is excited by the idea of helping build something new. You likely have: • Experience managing services in a hospitality venue, • Experience managing or running a bar, • Experience coordinating or delivering events, private hires, pop ups or activations, • Confidence leading a team and running a floor, • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, • Good commercial instincts and an understanding of how service quality drives repeat business, • A calm, solutions-focused approach in a fast-paced environment We think you’ll thrive if you are: • Energised by a constantly evolving environment, • Comfortable switching between planning, service and admin, • A strong host who genuinely enjoys people, • Interested in food, drinks and hospitality culture, • Full of ideas and excited to contribute creatively, • Able to maintain consistency even when the concept changes week to week, • Motivated by building a venue with real personality and community around it Ideal profile This role could suit someone who has worked as: • a Bar Manager looking for broader ownership, • an Events Manager with strong hospitality operations experience, • a Venue Manager from an independent restaurant, wine bar or creative hospitality concept, • an Assistant General Manager ready to step into a more entrepreneurial and varied role Other details • Full-time role based in Mare Street, East London, • Evening and weekend availability required, • Salary dependent on experience, • Opportunity to help shape a new hospitality concept from the ground up, • Target start date: April 28th About us We’re the team behind Crudo and Tiny Wine, two independent hospitality concepts we’ve built in London over the past few years. Crudo opened in 2019 and has grown into a group of restaurants built around modern Latin American food, strong atmosphere and warm, energetic service. Tiny Wine came out of our love for smaller, more intimate drinking spaces, with a big focus on personality, curation and creating a place people genuinely want to spend time in. A big part of what we’ve learnt through both brands is that people come back for more than just the food or drinks. They come back for the feeling of the place, the team behind it, and the sense that something thoughtful is being built. Studio 3 is the next step in that. It gives us the opportunity to create a more flexible space built around a changing programme of chefs, drinks, events and collaborations. A space that can evolve constantly, while still being run with a clear point of view and strong operational standards. We’re excited by the idea of building something that feels social, current and full of life. Somewhere guests want to return to regularly, and somewhere chefs and collaborators are genuinely excited to be part of.

We’re looking for a reliable, switched-on team member to join Marlow & Rye an artisan sandwich and specialty drinks concept focused on quality, speed, and customer experience. This is an all-rounder role. You’ll be working across front of house, drinks, and kitchen, so confidence, energy, and attention to detail are key. What you’ll be doing: • Serving customers and delivering a warm, efficient service, • Preparing drinks (matcha, refreshers, hot drinks) to a high standard, • Assembling sandwiches and supporting kitchen prep, • Keeping the space clean, organised, and service-ready, • Working as part of a fast-paced team during busy periods What we’re looking for: • Positive, proactive attitude - you don’t wait to be told what to do, • Comfortable working across multiple stations, • Good under pressure and able to keep standards high when busy, • Strong communication and team player mindset, • Reliable and punctual - we run a tight operation Experience is a plus, but not essential - the right attitude matters more. What you get: • Staff meals on shift, • Opportunity to grow within a fast-moving brand, • Supportive team environment, • A role where no two days are the same If you’re someone who takes pride in your work and wants to be part of a growing concept, we want to hear from you.

We are seeking a motivated and friendly Team Member to join our Greek Takeaway team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a vibrant food service environment, delivering authentic Greek cypriot cuisine to our valued customers. The ideal candidate will be passionate about food, possess excellent customer service skills, and enjoy working in a fast-paced setting. Previous restaurant experience is advantageous but not essential, as full training will be provided. Responsibilities Assist in food preparation, ensuring dishes meet quality standards and presentation expectations Serve customers and take telephone calls and be courteous both at the counter and via takeaway orders Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene in all areas of the kitchen and serving stations Handle cash transactions accurately using the till system and manage basic maths calculations for change and orders Support kitchen operations by organising ingredients, utensils, and supplies for smooth workflow. Ensure the cleanliness of work areas, dining spaces, and equipment throughout shifts Manage time effectively to ensure timely order fulfilment during busy periods Skills Experience in food preparation or restaurant environments is preferred but not mandatory Knowledge of food safety standards and practices within a kitchen setting Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask efficiently in a busy environment Good time management skills to ensure prompt service delivery Excellent communication skills for engaging with customers and team members Basic maths proficiency for handling transactions accurately Culinary experience or a passion for Greek cuisine is a plus but not essential We look forward to welcoming enthusiastic individuals who are eager to contribute to our team’s success while developing their skills within the hospitality industry. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Discounted or free food Work Location: In person

We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic Bartender to join our team at The Forest Lounge, a family-owned casual dining restaurant. The ideal candidate will be passionate about mixology, dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, and thrives in a dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare and serve a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, including cocktails, beers, wines, and spirits, following established recipes and presentation standards., • Engage with customers in a friendly and professional manner, taking orders, providing recommendations, and creating a welcoming atmosphere., • Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked bar area, ensuring all equipment is in excellent working order., • Manage inventory, assist with stock rotation, and report any shortages., • Accurately handle cash and process card payments using our POS system., • Adhere to all health, safety, and hygiene standards, as well as liquor licensing laws., • Collaborate effectively with kitchen and waiting staff to ensure a seamless dining experience for all guests. Requirements: • Proven experience as a Bartender, ideally within a casual dining or restaurant setting., • Extensive knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails, spirits, wines, and beers., • Exceptional customer service and communication skills., • Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment., • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail., • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays., • A positive attitude and a genuine passion for hospitality and delivering outstanding guest experiences.

Gina is the much-anticipated new opening from Ravneet Gill, bringing modern European food to Chingford with a relaxed, neighbourhood feel. We are building a team rooted in passion, precision, and progression—and we’re looking for an experienced server to be a part of it. We are seeking a professional, customer-focused experienced server to join our fast-paced restaurant team. The ideal candidate will have proven front-of-house experience, a passion for hospitality, and the ability to deliver exceptional guest experiences. Responsibilities include greeting and seating guests, taking accurate food and beverage orders, providing knowledgeable menu recommendations, coordinating with kitchen and bar staff, and ensuring timely service. This role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a busy environment while maintaining a positive and professional demeanor. With high praise from both our guests and critics we’re keen to bolster the team as we go from strength to strength.

Looking for chefs with knowledge and passion for regional Mexican food, good English and right to work (share code) Our ideal teammate is not necessarily someone with a culinary degree or a decade in the industry. We are looking for hardworking, down to earth chefs to expand out team and who loves hospitality and can think on their feet. Key responsibilities: • Prep, • Help with service, • Closing the kitchen Skills Wanted • Good communication skills, • Tech-savvy, • Able to work on weekends, • Willing to learn, • Food safety level 2, • CoSHH aware, • Full time and part time available Rates start at £15p/h depending on experience. Weekend part timer role is also available. Our opening hours: Tuesday-Friday 6pm-11pm Saturday 12-11pm Sunday 12-5pm Thank you!